Facebook

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Nail of the Day: Essie Sand Tropez

Attention bloggers: I have found the most opaque nude polish, ever (in my experience). Allow me to introduce Essie's "Sand Tropez", a gorgeous light taupe-y nude that gives almost complete coverage in ONE coat. I could not believe my eyes. Usually, nude polishes require at least 3 coats (sometimes 4) for an opaque finish, but this one offered almost-complete coverage in just one. It actually was entirely opaque on a few nails in one coat, but I did an extra coat to bring the rest up to speed.

natural light, 2 coats

One thing I really love about this color is its shade. Most nudes have a beige/pink/peach tone to them (OPI Tickle My France-y, OPI Samoan Sand, Essie Topless & Barefoot), but this polish has a unique taupe-y "greige" accent to it. I am in love.

Sand Tropez is from Essie's French Affair collection for Spring 2011. Would you wear it?
xx, Allison

I love this color! I have seen it in the store, but it didn't look that interesting until now. I love the "greige" color to it, and I may have to get it now! I have Sephora OPI's color in Leotard Optional, which is on the darker side of nudes, but it went on really nicely in just two coats as well!

love this. i've never tried a this color, but i'm gonna have to go out and search it down. perfect for spring. thanks for sharing love. Beyond glad I discovered your blog. I'm absolutely following now, I hope you will to. I started my blog four weeks ago. It's all about celebrity fashion from the point of view of an LA stylist. Stop by to see my picks for Fash Fave and Fash Fail of the week. Would love your support. xoxo

I definitely caved and purchased a bottle! I painted my nails last night, it went on very smoothly, and I love the color! Hopefully I'll be able to take a couple pictures and post my own blog on it. :]

I agree, it's a great nude color and unique in that it's not too pink, which makes it a bit more realistic as a nude. I got a similar effect as well: Essie Sand Tropez

Did you end up liking Essie Topless and Barefoot ? I know it's a pinker share but it's really cute if you pair it with Kisses and Bises. Take a peek if you're curious. I think it works great for spring.